{"product_id":"barbados-cherry-starters","title":"Barbados Cherry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos are for illustration purposes only. Plant size and appearance may vary. We carry a range of sizes from starter plants up to 5-gallon containers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Barbados Cherry — also known as Acerola or Ceresa — is a fast-growing, evergreen tropical shrub and one of the most nutritionally remarkable fruit plants in the world, holding the distinction of producing one of the highest concentrations of natural vitamin C of any known fruit. Native to the Caribbean and Central America, it bears abundant clusters of small, bright-red cherries with a pleasantly sweet-tart flavor, ripening in multiple flushes throughout the warm season. Its delicate pink flowers are attractive to pollinators, and its dense, lush foliage makes it equally effective as a fruiting hedge, container specimen, or standalone ornamental shrub. Vigorous, productive, and perfectly suited to Florida's subtropical climate, the Barbados Cherry is an exceptional addition to any edible landscape — beautiful, generous, and extraordinarily good for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbados cherry is regarded as one of the most nutrient-dense fruits in the world, with an extraordinary concentration of vitamins and antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional vitamin C content:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContains up to 65 times more vitamin C per serving than an orange, making it one of the richest natural sources on earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful antioxidants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRich in carotenoids, flavonoids, and anthocyanins that combat free radicals and support cellular health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune system support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh vitamin C levels strengthen immune response and may reduce the duration and severity of illness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin health:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVitamin C and antioxidants support collagen synthesis, promoting firm, youthful skin and accelerating wound healing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy and metabolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContains B vitamins including thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin that support energy production and metabolic function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-inflammatory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBioactive compounds in the fruit have demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties in research, supporting joint and cardiovascular health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFull sun; at least 6 hours daily for best fruit production and dense growth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRegular when young; moderate once established — allow soil to dry slightly between waterings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWell-draining; tolerates sandy soils typical of Florida — avoid waterlogged conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEvery 2–3 months with a balanced fruit shrub fertilizer; iron supplements beneficial in alkaline soils\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePrune lightly after each fruiting flush to encourage new growth and maintain a compact, productive shape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUSDA zones 9–11; thrives year-round in Florida's warm climate; protect from frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tutti Frutti Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59218659803217,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/7798\/6129\/files\/barbados-cherry.jpg?v=1774039660","url":"https:\/\/tuttifruttinursery.com\/products\/barbados-cherry-starters","provider":"Tutti Frutti Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}